When hiring a general contractor for a custom home, remodel, or addition, you might not think much about subcontractors—but you should. At Beach Cities Builder, we believe in full transparency, which is why we disclose all subcontractors in our contracts, verify their licenses and insurance, and ensure every part of your project is handled legally and professionally.
Why Are Subcontractors Used in Construction?
In the construction industry, subcontractors are hired for specialized trades like:
- Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC
- Concrete, masonry, and framing
- Roofing, waterproofing, and insulation
- Tile, flooring, and custom cabinetry
Most homeowners assume that when they hire a general contractor, that company employs all the workers. In reality, almost all construction companies rely on subcontractors—but the difference is how honest and responsible they are about it.
How Beach Cities Builder Handles Subcontractors the Right Way
Some contractors try to hide the fact that they use subcontractors—but not us. Here’s what we do differently:
✔ We Check Licenses, Insurance & Workers’ Compensation
Before any subcontractor steps onto one of our job sites, we ensure:
- They have an active license with the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB).
- They carry general liability insurance to protect against damages.
- They have workers’ compensation coverage for their employees.
Why does this matter? Because if a subcontractor is uninsured and gets injured on your property, you—the homeowner—could be liable. We eliminate that risk by only working with fully insured professionals.
✔ We Disclose Subcontractors in Our Contracts
Some contractors avoid mentioning their subcontractors, we do the opposite:
- We list every subcontractor we work with in our contracts.
- We provide full transparency, so you know exactly who is building your home.
- If a client has a concern about a subcontractor, they can ask us directly—we don’t hide anything.
🚧 Think your general contractor isn’t using subcontractors?
💡 Drive by a job site and see how many subcontractor signs are on the fence. How many signs do you see?! —the number in the South Bay averages between 4 and 12.
✔ Hiring Subcontractors is Legal Compliance, Not a Shortcut
Some homeowners ask, “Why don’t you just hire all your own workers?” The answer is simple:
It’s not legally required or practical in the construction industry.
- California law requires licensed specialists for many trades.
- It ensures that each trade is done by an expert in that field.
- Using subcontractors is not cutting corners—it’s one way to stay compliant with labor laws.
The reality? At the end of the day, the customer doesn’t know or care if someone is a subcontractor or an employee—as long as the work is done right.
At Beach Cities Builder, we welcome transparency because we do things by the book.
Why Work with Beach Cities Builder?
When you hire us, you get:
- 🔹 Full subcontractor transparency – We disclose all subcontractors in our contracts.
- 🔹 Properly licensed and insured workers – No risks to you as the homeowner.
- 🔹 High-quality craftsmanship – We only work with proven professionals.
- 🔹 Honest business practices – No shortcuts, no hidden details.
If you’re planning a custom home, remodel, or addition, work with a contractor you can trust.